Robert D. Spafford, 57, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away suddenly on August 16, 2019.
He was a Veteran of the United States Army. Rob enjoyed fishing and spending time with his family and friends. He also loved God.
Rob is survived by his mother and stepfather, Gloria and Walter “Buddy” Spaulding, brothers, Scott Cain, Thomas Spafford Jr, Tony Spafford, Jamie Spafford, Bruce Spaulding, and Vince Erwin; sisters, Diane Davis, Tamera Spafford, Angela Miller, Kelly Torres, and Toni Hall; his girlfriend, Darla Herron; many nieces, nephews, and other family members, along with many friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Thomas C. Spafford Sr.
Rob will be laid to rest with military honors at 1:45 p.m. on Friday, September 6, 2019 at Dayton National Cemetery in Dayton, Ohio.
Dean Conley says
My love for you brother will last forever until I see you again take care.
Joshua miller says
Uncle rob I love you more than anything you where at times like a father to me and over the years we drifted apart I know your in a better place and will always be missed your nephew
Pamela masters says
My dearest friend ,God has called you home way to soon .I know the Angel’s welcome you with open arms thank you for being my best friend amd being the amazing man you was .be sure to show all the Angel’s how to dance .hang out with all of our friends and family that has left us too.be sure to wait close to the gate for I will be arriving there to be with you one day .and we will dance and be happy together again in gods kingdom. I LOVE YOU WITH ALL MY HEART AND SOUL .rest well Robbie you will always be remember and for sure be missed by many ..l
Latasha spafford says
It don’t feel like your gone but you will be missed thanks for taking care of Josh and I when we were little love you and miss you,I know your in heaven smiling down on us
Tom Spafford says
My brother. Thank you Lord for giving me such an awesome brother. Thank you for one last day fishing. Lots of great years with you and party times. You will always live on in me . One day soon we will all be reunited in paradise! I love you
Angela Smith and Rodney Wagner says
You will be missed my friend. Hard to believe God needed another angel. But he knows best.. Please watch over all our us. We will remember all the good times at Bob and Pam’s house, like the many Halloween parties, swimming in the pool, just hanging out and watching movies. Hard to believe that you’re gone… We will miss you…
Kim says
RIP Rob. I have known Rob since I was about 13 years old – about 40 years! Wow. He always had a kind word to say and was so happy and made me happy when I was around him. Sold me my beloved Bernadetta Beretta. Gone too soon and will be missed greatly by all … I know for sure by me. My condolences to his family and to his friends who I know loved Rob like a brother.
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Kitty masters says
Man ole man it’s hard to wrap my head around this . But when I think of you I can only see you smiling dancing joking but that was you . You were always like that . Remember you always being around I think our mother were friends before we were born . So many memories from childhood and into adulthood . From playing in the park going to church I remember that little junebug car you had lol . I could go on and on I know you were a blessing to me so with that I’m going to wrap this up .. love you robbie forever and always kitty .
Melanie says
Rob was one of the nicest, sweetest, funniest people I have ever known. We may have not been blood but he always was and always will be my uncle Rob. I still can’t believe you’re gone. I love and miss you Rest in Heaven Rob. Until we meet again â£ï¸ðŸ˜‡
Claudette Hamilton says
Rob, A friend I can remember and smile. I loved my friend and I believe he loved me too.
Memorable moment. Driving to south Florida to pick him up to meet Bob and Pam coming in from Ohio to get him. I believe he would have done it for us. That is what true friends are made of.
Memorable Smiles. Fly with the Angels my friend. Till I get my wings to join you.
Gadge Redman says
Uncle Rob we’re all going to miss you so much. I hope your soul rests in peace in heaven.
April,Donnie,Kenny says
Heaven has gained such a kind and gentle angel. Rob we met you when we moved to the neighborhood 3 years ago and you and Darla were just the most nicest and welcoming neighbors. Sure am going to miss your smile. Rest peacefully my friend.
Anthony Carrier says
It’s so fast how a great person goes to heaven uncle rob the whole family misses you and wish you the best with god I will see you again in the great kingdom I love you so much take care up there god needed you more .
Brooke Scherer says
Rob was more than a friend, he was a part of the family! He was friends with my aunt, uncle and mom long before I was born. It’s so hard to believe he’s gone. Sweet, loving man that would help you if he could. There was always a great energy about him. He made people smile when he entered the room. Uncle Rob he will always be. Rest In Peace. Love you!
Bob Masters says
Rob ole buddy, ole pal, ole friend of mine.
Rob is and always was my very Best friend in the world, from Childhood to seasoned adults the only thing that changed is that we grew closer. If I am being honest the word Friend does not truly explain the friendship that we had and I won’t call him Brother because he was much more than that so simply for the lack of a better word I will always call him my very best friend.
That is all I can say without getting into something very long that most people could never begin to understand anyway’ Because most people will never be as lucky as I was to have such a great friend.
Now I will finish my life knowing that you are not physically here with us, but you will live on in my fondest memories and even in my Children’s hearts you will live on forever.
Buddy, I truly miss you more than I can put into words.
Rebecca Evans says
God received a beautiful angel when he called you home. You will forever be our angel now. Rob had one of the most beautiful souls I have ever met. Today’s military service was beautiful but very sad at the same time. I will forever miss you my friend.
Tyler crabtree says
I love you Uncle rob I miss you so much I’ll see you again someday rest easy
Mary fowler says
Here I am sitting in riverside hospital waiting for pete to get put of surgery and I run across this omg you was such a good friend.thznk you rob for taking my daughter on her first date before she passed away she talked about wrestling for a long time..r.i.p. my dear rob..still in shock..
Shannon Scott says
Rob you was a great guy. Everyone loved you. Rob you will be missed by many, Heaven gained another angel . R.I,P. My friend. My prayers are with you and your family.